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HelpTest ID UHSD1 Hemosiderin, Random, Urine
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Plastic urine container
Specimen Volume: 13 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random urine specimen.
2. No preservative.
Useful For
Detecting hemosiderinuria, secondary to excess hemolysis, as in incompatible blood transfusions, severe acute hemolytic anemia, or hemochromatosis
Method Name
Hemosiderin: Rous Method
Hemoglobin: Dipstick
RBC: Microscopy
Reporting Name
Hemosiderin, USpecimen Type
UrineSpecimen Minimum Volume
12 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 7 days | ||
| Ambient | 2 hours |
Reference Values
HEMOSIDERIN
Negative
HEMOGLOBIN (internal specimens only)
Negative
RED BLOOD CELLS (internal specimens only)
<3 RBC/hpf
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
83070
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| UHSD1 | Hemosiderin, U | 4644-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HSD_U | Hemosiderin, U | 4644-1 |
| HGB8 | Hemoglobin, U | 57751-0 |
| RBC5 | RBC, U | 13945-1 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday